SSC to conduct CGL Tier 1 2026 examination from September 30 to October 30
SSC has released the CGL 2026 exam schedule, with Tier 1 set for September 30 to October 30. The computer-based exam will cover four sections, with 100 questions, 200 marks, and negative marking.
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- SSC announces CGL 2026 exam schedule
- Tier 1 exam from September 30 to October 30, 2026
- Tier 1 has 4 sections with 25 questions each
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the exam schedule for the Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGL) 2026. According to the official announcement, Tier 1 of the SSC CGL 2026 examination will be conducted from September 30 to October 30, 2026. As per the official information, the computer-based examination will be conducted in two tiers: Tier 1 and Tier 2.
SYLLABUS
Tier 1 of the SSC CGL 2026 examination will consist of four sections. Each section will have 25 questions carrying 50 marks.
The syllabus includes:
| Subject | Number of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
General Intelligence and Reasoning: The General Intelligence and Reasoning section will include questions of both verbal and non-verbal type.
General Awareness: The General Awareness section will test candidates' general awareness of the environment around them and its application to society. Questions will also be designed to test knowledge of current events and matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspect, as may be expected of an educated person. The section will also include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries, especially about History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy and Scientific Research.
Quantitative Aptitude: The Quantitative Aptitude section will include questions designed to test the ability of candidates to make appropriate use of numbers and number sense.
English Comprehension: The English Comprehension section will test candidates' ability to understand correct English, along with their basic comprehension and writing ability.
MARKING SCHEME AND DURATION
Applicants will be given one hour to complete the Tier 1 paper. There will be a negative marking of 0.50 marks for each incorrect answer.
Tier 1 will consist of Objective Type, Multiple Choice Questions. The questions will be set in both English and Hindi, except for the English Comprehension section.
Candidates are advised to visit the official website of SSC for further information.
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